For your logo to appear on the page, you will have to have the following.

• Supply a logo (200 x 50 pixels) (no animated buttons and no sales pitches, just a name)
• You will have to have purchased the item on the page within the last 30 days.
• Your account is up to date.

We will show logos from the top 3 buyers of that product in the last 30 days.  The link for now will go to your home page.  Eventually, I woould like it to go to the product page on your site.

To participate, please send your logo and link to ben at valorcorp.com.

As far as specials on long guns everyone should have a .22. For a kid is there anything better than that first rifle? This can be the holiday that gives them memories that will last a life time as well as bring a new generation of customers into your shop. Is there anything more traditional for their first rifle than a bolt action .22, and what brand has more history in the US than Winchester, and what kid wouldn’t be proud to say that his first rifle was a Winchester?

The Winchester “Wildcat” is that perfect first rifle.  Bolt action with a ten shot magazine, the “Wildcat” is nicely finish with polished blued metal work and a checkered wood stock. This is a rifle any child will be thrilled to find among their presents and one that can be passed down for generations.

Winchester “Wildcat” .22 LR Bolt Action Rifle Valor Item # 2032201

Now while we’re on the subject of Bolt Action .22’s we can’t forget the “bigger kids” can we?

After all, doesn’t dad deserve a new .22 so he and his kids can shoot together? The CZ-USA 453 American is one of the great “Adult” or full size .22’s available and is made like the preverbal  Swiss watch. In addition to being excellent shooting rifles, the CZ-USA 453 is a heirloom quality firearm and sure to be passed down in the family for generations to come.

CZ-USA 453 American .22LR Bolt Action Valor Item # 2112085

Another great “first gun” is the Rossi Youth “Trifecta”. Like the name implies, this top break single shot covers all the bases.  The “Trifecta” comes with three barrels, .22LR, .243 Winchester, and .20 Gauge, it can handle just about any hunting situation that a hunter would find themselves in! With a black synthetic stock and forearm and a matte blue finish the “Trifecta” is a perfect first hunter’s gun that will last for years.

Rossi Youth “Trifecta” .22LR, .243 Win, .20 Gauge Single Shot Valor Item # 1140105

This is also the time to think of accessories that every shooter needs and especially with the current economy, things that won’t break the bank.

Shooters Bags and Gun Cases from Blackhawk, Uncle Mike’s, Glock, and Doskocil. Extra Magazines, ones from maker or importer of a particular firearm, or from one of the excellent after market manufacturers (Cammenga, C-Products, Mec-Gar, P W Arms, ProMag, and Thermold) are always welcome gifts.

Optics, both scopes and reflex sights (dot sights) are a huge item on any shooter’s “Wish List”, and Valor is proud to carry a full line of optics that covers every price point and need (BSA, Burris, Centerpoint, EO Tech, Nikon, and Trijicon/Dokter).

One of the nicest (and best priced) of the reflex sights is Burris’s new Fast Fire II. This model has a four MOA Dot, a separate On/Off Switch and is fully waterproof and comes with the mount for Picatinny Rails. For those that need extra protection for their sights in high threat environments, Burris also offers their optional “Picatinny Protector Mount” which provides protective “Wings” to guard against incidental impact damage from the sides.

Burris FastFire II Reflex Sight w/Picatinny Mount Valor Item # 2151502

Burris Picatinny Protector Mount for the FastFire II Valor Item # 2151519

Laser sights are also more practical and affordable than ever before.  With Laserlyte and Crimson Trace Lasers, from personal defense to hunting, and military use, Valor has lasers to cover every shooters needs.

One of the neatest new lasers to hit the market is LaserLyte’s model RL-1 Laser rear sight for all of the Glock pistols. With the laser built into the rear sight, the RL-1 keep the beam as close to the center of the bore as possible which will keep the beam on target at varying distances.

LaserLyte RL-1 Rear Sight Laser for all Glocks Valor Item # 5021205

Flashlights (both hand held and weapons mounted) are always appreciated gifts, and Valor proudly carries MagLite, Streamlight, Boker, as well as our own Valor Tactical Lights.

Now if you think I’m going to talk about any of them other than our own Valor Tactical Light, well we need to talk anyway!

The Valor Tactical Light comes with two Duracell Ultra 6 Volt (CR123) Lithium batteries and has a knurled body with a black anodized finish; the pressure switch is located on the end cap and locks down for a constant beam. It has a beam (90 Lumen Xenon Bulb) that adjustable from a pin point spotlight to a wide flood, and is also “O” ring sealed and waterproof. Another great feature is that the body of the Valor Tactical Light fits perfectly in any one inch scope ring for a Weaver/Picatinny rail turns it into an excellent weapons mounted light! Even better pressure switches for any of the major brands fit the Valor Light and increases how it can be used! High quality, great features and versatility at a low cost, what more can you want?

Valor Tactical Light Valor Item # 6000106

Valor has long been know as a importer as well a distributor of knives and in addition to our own Valor and Tarpon Bay Brand knives we also proudly carry the Boker, Buck, Case, Columbia River, Gerber, Schrade, Ka-Bar, Karshaw, Leatherman, Ontario, R.H. Forschner, Smith & Wesson, SOG, Spyderco, United Cutlery, Victorinox, Wenger, and Wrangler brands too.

Additionally we also stock Life Hammer auto rescue tools, Xicar Cigar Cutters and Zippo Lighters, all of which are perfect gifts for the holidays!

Take a look at the Valor 3508 Laser Logo Knife. This is hands down one of my favorite carry knives. It has stubby clip point blade that gives it cutting power all out of proportion to its size. Other features include a liner lock and G-10 scales, double thumb studs for easy opening, and a pocket clip that allows it to double a money clip. It is ultra lightweight allows it to disappear until you need it!

Valor Laser Logo Knife Item # 4003508

To be continued…

Clyde

For some reason, after at least 5 years, the shipping component I use to get rates decided it was in demo mode.  Some of you may have seen the message.  Since the product is no longer supported, I had to write something new.

As of now, the UPS rates are up and running.  USPS shouldn’t be far behind.  The good news is this new version seems much quicker.

I’ll post an update when it’s fixed completely.

**UPDATE**

Everything appears to be working and the new system seems faster.  I’ll watch tomorrow for any errrors.

Of course, here on our blog you will find the most in depth news on what is new at Valor and upcoming events etc.

But did you know you can follow me on Twitter and get quick updates all the time?  That’s right, even we are on Twitter.  That wonderful, seemingly useless service you see everywhere now.  Truth is, it’s not so useless once you start using it.  Just this summer I must have answered at least one hundred questions about ammo availability from people on twitter.  If you’re not using it for your company’s presence, I would recomend it, because your customers are using it.  You can follow us here: http://twitter.com/valorcorp.

Another place you can look for us is on YouTube.  I had promised to get this up and running earlier this year, but I have just not had the time.  My goal is to show you new products as we get them or just answer questions about anything related to our business and your’s.  We may even do some live brodcasts.  I’ll post more info as that gets close.

And of course, just watch the website.  There are always new features coming.  Right now I am working a new search for guns that should change the way you look for guns.  I’m also working on  integrating your store’s info into the product pages that are available to the public.  I will post more info on this soon because I’d like your feedback on this one.

So, enjoy what’s left of your summer and enjoy the rest of 2009, it should be busy.

This is not someone else’s problem. This is huge. U.S. Customs is serious.  Go to www.akti.org now and get more information. They have created model letters, Knife User Data sheets, and AKTI Talking Points so you can write a clear, rational letter that reflects your concerns as either an individual or business owner.

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We will occasionally send out specials, new items and special announcements.  Not too overwelming, but enough to keep you up-to-date.  You can get most of the same info by subscribing to this blog and by using the RSS reader to follow all of our specials and new items as I explained in this post, but the mailings put everything in one place where you can catch anything  you may have missed.

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Starting today, you can now view the ‘Recently Received’ items for every category.  Now you will not miss the second and third shipments of hard to get items because they are no longer on the front page.  This will bring a larger amount of product s to the front pages of the categories and make it easier to see what is available with a quick look.

TOZ-122

Chambered in .308 Winchester, the TOZ-122 has that look that most of us associate with Russian built guns, how do I say this diplomatically? Rough, serviceable, but rough. The birch wood stock is stained to a reddish tinge, the checkering is coarse but serviceable, and the metal work has enough sharp edges to be a copy of a Swiss Army Knife.

The more I played with a number of them, the more I came to appreciate the TOZ-122’s positive features. The stock is well designed, fore end is cut so the barrel is free floating, and actually has a recoil pad that is matched to the scale of the rifle and the caliber. The rifle swing into position naturally with the sights quickly lining up, without any problems, and factory installed sling swivels are included.

The iron sights are again a bit crude in the manufacturing, but idea is rather elegant by design. The rear sight is a two blade setup similar to express sights normally seen on very expensive African caliber rifles and can be sighted for two different distances with just a flip of the sight blade and is drift adjustable for windage. The front sight has a sun shade and is adjustable for elevation (the adjustment tool is provided). Also included is a set of scope rings that match the mounting slots on the receiver and allow the use of the iron sights as well as a scope. These are all nice touches rarely seen in this day and age, especially on a rifle of this price range.

The bolt handle is the European “Butter knife” style mainly seen on Steyer Mannlicher rifles that seem like a throwback to the days of “form over function”, but don’t let it fool you, with a little practice you’ll find that there is plenty of bolt for fast and sure operation.

Other nice features include two ten round detachable box magazines and a chrome lined bore.

Then there’s the trigger… The ones I’ve tried have a plenty of take up and then they break like that proverbial “glass rod” we all read about, but rarely find on unmodified factory rifles especially in this price range. The trigger alone should sell this rifle!
My first impression of the TOZ-122 haven’t changed, I still believe that it’s the near perfect loaner or first rifle, I also now also know it will make a great rough use rifle to keep in your truck or take out on those bad weather hunting days when you can’t bring yourself into taking your “pet” rifle out.

All of these features at a great price plus the tough economic picture should make the TOZ-122 a must have for all of us.

**** UPDATE ***** Watch a quick video review here.

This morning a crew from some cable company across the street was installing new cable and inadvertantly cut the fiber optics for our street. This has knocked out our phones and Internet service. Thankfully the good folks at AT&T have fixed our phones. Our website is still.down. Hopefully our seevice will be restored soon.

I will twitter when we are up again.

Thanks for yoir paitience.